The real story on cities that sweat.6/16/2006 10:03:07 AMThe difference between sweat and gravy...“NEW YORK (Reuters) - Phoenix on Wednesday was named the sweatiest city in the United States, but Miami topped the list as the most uncomfortable American city due to its mix of humidity and heat. The fifth annual sweat survey sponsored by Procter & Gamble Co. handed the dubious distinction to the Arizona capital for the third time. El Paso, Texas, earned the title in 2004 and San Antonio, Texas, in 2002. The study of 100 cities estimates the amount of sweat a person of average weight and height would produce walking around for an hour in the average high temperatures of a particular city during June, July and August. The latest survey found that the average Phoenix resident produced 26 ounces (0.77 litre) of sweat per hour during a typical summer day last year when the desert city's high temperature averaged 93.3 F (34 C)."

I enjoyed this article, but let’s be honest, not taking into a cities average weight definitely affects the outcome of this survey.

David S. Grant presents: Cities making the most gravy…

5. Chicago – Bit of a surprise here given the climate, but have you seen a Bears’ fan? Estimated 22 ounces an hour, 44 ounces an hour after a spicy sausage.
4. Orlando – Yes there’s Disney, but also lots o’ gravy if you know what I mean. Estimated 29 ounces an hour.
3. Jacksonville – Well, look at this, back to back FL entries. Interesting. Estimated 32 ounces an hour.
2. Atlanta – Three words: Bar B Que. Estimated 39 ounces an hour.
1. San Antonio – Have you ever been there and actually seen what’s going on there? Let’s just say the heat with little exercise doesn’t mix well with off the chart enchilada consumption… Estimated 77 ounces an hour.